Educational Objectives and Student Learning Outcomes

Present Educational Objectives (effective Fall 2010)

Approved by Faculty, April 21, 2010

Consistent with the vision and mission statements of the University of Kentucky and the College of Engineering, the undergraduate program in mechanical engineering will prepare our graduates for successful practice or academic pursuits in mechanical engineering.

Our educational objectives are:

Our graduates will practice mechanical engineering in a variety of fields as professionals and/or be recruited to graduate and professional schools in their career paths.

Our graduates will communicate effectively, work in diverse teams, address the challenges of a global society, and exhibit leadership, ethics, and creativity in their work places.

Our graduates will value continuing education and professional growth by supporting or participating in professional societies, licensure programs, short courses, or other professional development activities.

Outcomes

Outcome (a):Our students will have the ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, physical science, and mechanical engineering.

Goals: Students will be able to understand and apply material concerning

1) Thermodynamic & Energy Systems

2) Heat Transfer

3) Fluid Mechanics

4) Engineering Statics

5) Engineering Solid Mechanics

6) Engineering Dynamics

7) Mechanical Systems and Controls

8) Design Representation

9) Mechanical Design

10) Finite Element Methods

11) Manufacturing

12) Statistics

13) Linear Algebra

14) Multivariable Calculus and Differential Equations.

Outcome (b):Our students will have the ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data.

Goals: Students will be able to

1) Design and conduct experiments and analyze the results

2) Graphically depict relationships in experimental data

3) Apply appropriate statistical methods in data analysis.

Outcome (c):Our students will have the ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints, including economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability.